Communication Division

Message from the Chair

A Pepperdine communication major studies theories, rhetorical and practical strategies, and ethics. Our students also learn how to make successful speeches; win national debate tournaments; produce an award winning newspaper and magazine; provide small businesses and nonprofit agencies with advice on how to improve their communication efforts; undertake exciting and educational internships; and write, film and edit entertainment and news programs seen in households throughout Malibu and the surrounding communities. 

If you're a student considering Pepperdine, the Communication Division offers undergraduate majors in Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, Integrated Marketing Communication, Organizational Communication, Rhetoric and Leadership, Intercultural Communication, and Media Production. We also offer two Graduate Degrees. The Master of Arts (MA) requires the completion of a rigorous thesis.  Half our M.A. students go on to seek Ph.D.s. Our Master of Science (MS) allows students to take extra course work in areas of interest and they receive the degree at the completion of a comprehensive written and oral examination process.

We hope the information contained on this site whets your appetite to explore Pepperdine further.  If you want to talk with us further, make sure you inform the admissions office when you visit campus so they can set up a tour for you; or send an e-mail to one of our professors who will be glad to answer your questions. And if you want to follow our activities, join our Facebook page or read our weekly newspaper, the Graphic, for all the “scoop” on what’s happening on campus.

Blessings,

Ken Waters, Ph.D.
Chair, Communication Division